Legal Clerk

Job Description

Legal Clerk | Leaders Credit Union

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Leaders Credit Union, a member-owned financial cooperative operating as one of West Tennessee’s largest and most stable credit unions. The company’s mission is to “Power your passion and make lives better” by serving the financial well-being of its members. This role supports the legal team, playing a crucial part in ensuring the credit union operates in compliance with legal requirements and efficiently addresses member-related legal inquiries and disputes.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person

• Team: Legal team
• Mission: Provides essential administrative and legal support to ensure compliance and address member inquiries and disputes.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Suite of Products (Excel, Outlook, Word)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Process Levies: Process legal orders, including levies and seizures, ensuring accurate and timely execution.
• Handle Information Requests: Respond to a variety of information requests, such as subpoenas, police inquiries, and inquiries from members and non-members.
• Manage Complaints: Address and manage complaints and disputes efficiently and in accordance with established procedures.
• Conduct Research: Perform thorough credit union document research to support legal matters and inquiries.
• Provide Administrative Support: Offer comprehensive administrative assistance to the legal team for various tasks and projects.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: No specific experience years required.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products (Excel, Outlook, Word), excellent written and verbal communication skills, a high attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information responsibly while adhering to strict confidentiality.
• Bonus: 6 months or more of related experience is preferred.